V.E. Day, Middleport, Burslem

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Date:1945

Description:A cobbled backstreet in Middleport, near Burslem in seen here with flags and bunting in celebration of Victory in Europe day.
Residents from the street would work together to bake cakes and make sandwiches for the party. It was no easy task as they were using rationed food.

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World War Two Wars & Campaigns War & Armed Forces Victory Celebrations Victory Celebrations Parties Celebrations, Events & Disasters

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